Richard Orlinski and Formula 1

From June 12 to 14, 2026, the Barcelona Grand Prix brings together the world’s leading Formula 1 drivers for another weekend defined by performance, precision, and emotion.

This passion for motorsport resonates strongly with the universe of Richard Orlinski, who left a lasting mark on the discipline in 2018 with the creation of the official trophy for the French Formula 1 Grand Prix at Le Castellet. The artist designed a blue, white, and red Wild Kong holding a tire, which has since become one of the most iconic trophies in the championship.

Awarded to Lewis Hamilton, winner in 2018 and 2019, and later to Max Verstappen in 2021 and 2022, this trophy embodies the meeting point between contemporary art and elite sporting excellence.

As the 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix unfolds, this creation serves as a reminder of how art can elevate moments of victory and extend the emotional intensity of competition.

Discover Richard Orlinski’s iconic artworks in our galleries and step into a world where art meets performance.